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Vitalii “Goodvito” Ugolnikov Suffers Lat Injury, Withdraws from 2025 Pittsburgh Pro

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Vitalii “Goodvito” Ugolnikov has withdrawn from the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro, set for May 10-11 in Pittsburgh, PA. Ugolnikov revealed that he suffered a right ... Continue Reading

2025 China DMS JiangYin Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview

The 2025 China DMS JiangYin Pro will take place in JiangYin, China, on Sunday, May 11, 2025, and it will be a 2025 Olympia qualifying event for the Classic Physique and Men’s Physique ... Continue Reading

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Dinnerly Review (2025): Worth the Cost?

Studies report that the best meal delivery services can be excellent for improving energy and protein intake, optimizing your ability to fuel your nutrition with balanced, hearty meals each ... Continue Reading

2025 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview

The 2025 Pittsburgh Pro is set for May 10-11 in Pittsburgh, PA. IFBB Pro League president Jim Manion promotes the event, featuring 2025 Olympia Weekend qualification shows in seven IFBB Professional League ... Continue Reading

How and Why Bodybuilder Erin Banks Trains Legs for a Division That Doesn’t Care About Them

When we think of the Men’s Physique division, capped delts, a ripped six-pack, and a broad back come to mind. While the judging criteria largely ignore leg definition, competitors still have plenty of good ... Continue Reading

Abs Are Overrated — the Mirror Muscles You Must Train to Look Jacked 

Muscle gains can drastically alter physical appearance, potentially offering social perks and a perceived sense of confidence. Increasing physical activity might improve one's self-esteem. (1) ... Continue Reading

Do Collagen Peptides Increase Tendon Thickness?

Collagen is a building block for skin, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues. Collagen peptides, a widely popular supplement, are an easily digestible form of collagen created through ... Continue Reading

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Inside WFP Tour Event I: Podium Picks, Fantasy Draft, and Who to Watch in Indy

Fan expectations are high as we head into the first day of the inaugural World Fitness Project Tour Event I in Indianapolis, IN. The star-studded field of Pros and Challengers will take on two events as ... Continue Reading

How MMA Fighter Paddy Pimblett Dropped 40 Pounds for UFC 314

UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett is known for his miraculous weight cuts. Before his high-stakes fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 314, Pimblett documented his drop from 190 pounds to ... Continue Reading

2025 World’s Strongest Man Qualifying Groups Announced

The 2025 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest will occur in Sacramento, CA, on May 15-18, 2025. The elite contest features 25 of the world's best strongmen competing through four days comprising 10 events. ... Continue Reading

The Nutrition Secrets Phil Heath Used During His Mr. Olympia Dynasty

In 2011, Phil Heath ended Jay Cutler’s quest for a third consecutive Mr. Olympia title, dethroning the four-time champion. Heath then dominated the bodybuilding world, claiming six more consecutive ... Continue Reading

New Study — One Set, Best Set Enough for Chest Hypertrophy?

Breaking exercises into sets provides muscle recovery time, so how many sets are optimal for muscle growth? Is less volume more beneficial for specific muscle groups? A recent study on chest ... Continue Reading

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Justin Medeiros Inks Deal With GYMREAPERS

Over the past few weeks, fans of two-time CrossFit Games champion Justin Medeiros have noticed that he’s sporting new threads. Now it's official: the Boise-based champ has signed on as the newest ... Continue Reading

How Much Muscle Did Jeff Nippard Gain In 14 Months Naturally?

Muscle growth potential is primarily determined by genetic factors, varying between individuals. From January 2024 to March 2025, natural bodybuilder Jeff Nippard set out to challenge the ... Continue Reading

The Strength of Arm Wrestler Jeff Dabe’s Ginormous Hands

In early May 2025, Norwegian rock climber Magnus Midtbo delved into arm wrestling, conversing with Jeff Dabe, one of the sport's most renowned figures, known for his colossally large hands and beefy ... Continue Reading

Martin Fitzwater’s Pittsburgh Pro Peak Week Pre-Workout Meal

Bodybuilder Martin Fitzwater is closing in on his next contest at the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro, scheduled for May 10-11. Ahead of his performance, he is locking in his diet and managing his sweet ... Continue Reading

Nayeli Clemente dies at Cholula Games

Competitor Nayeli Clemente Dies Following Medical Emergency at CrossFit Licensed Event in Mexico

Tragedy struck at the Cholula Games in San Andrés Cholula, Mexico, on May 2 when athlete Nayeli Clemente went into cardiac distress during the first event of the competition, which included an outdoor ... Continue Reading

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2025 World Fitness Project, Tour Event I: Full Schedule, Workouts, and How to Watch

The highly anticipated World Fitness Project Tour Event I is finally upon us. The WFP kicks off its inaugural season in Indianapolis this weekend, from May 9 to 11. Hosted at the Grand Park Sports ... Continue Reading

Build a Well-Rounded Chest With These 3 Exercises

Building a big and proportionate chest is crucial in competitive bodybuilding or for a desirably muscular physique. The chest is an aesthetic "mirror muscle" that grounds the viewer's eye toward the ... Continue Reading

The Shoulder Workout That Builds James Hollingshead’s 3D Delts

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder James Hollingshead has competed twice in the 2025 season. He ranked eighth at the Arnold Classic and third at the 2025 Detroit Pro. “The ... Continue Reading

Exclusive Interview: Martins Licis on the 2025 Santa Monica Classic and His Return to Competitive Strongman

Although 2019 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion Martins Licis has not been active on the strongman circuit recently, he has been as focused on strength as ever. Licis has been traveling the world, ... Continue Reading

ICYMI: Oleksii Novikov Partial Deadlifts 550-Kilogram World Record

2020 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion Oleksii Novikov may not be one of the athletes vying for the 2025 WSM title, but he remains one of the strongest humans on the planet. At the 2025 ... Continue Reading

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2025 French Throwdown: How to Watch, Roster, and Programming

The fourth 2025 CrossFit Games In-Person Qualifying Event (IPQE) begins this Friday at the Sud de France Arena in Montpellier, France. This is the second of two European IPQEs this season. The French ... Continue Reading

Martin Fitzwater’s Posing and Recovery Approach for the Pittsburgh Pro Explained

Preparing for a pro bodybuilding contest can be physically and mentally demanding. Martin Fitzwater shared why his approach to recovery and posing could be the difference-maker onstage at the Pittsburgh ... Continue Reading

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